How To Be a Housing Voter

The Housing Alliance Action Fund endorses candidates who support the movement for safe, healthy, affordable homes for everyone in Washington.

3. Participate in the Primary and General Elections! It's important that you vote in your state and local races, and don't forget about ballot measures!

IMPORTANT 2019 ELECTION DATES:
July 29 - Deadline to receive new registrations online and by mail for the August Primary
Aug 6 - Deadline for in-person registration and voter updates for the August Primary
Aug 6 - PRIMARY ELECTION
Oct 28 - Deadline to receive new registrations online or by mail for the November General Election
Nov 5 - Deadline for in-person registration and voter updates for the November General Election
Nov 5 - GENERAL ELECTION

The Action Fund works to support organizations and partners to empower every eligible housing resident and community member experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity to register to vote and further engage in civic opportunities.

Attend a candidates forum: Elevate affordable homes and an end to homelessness in this year's election. Put your questions to the candidates, find out more about how they plan to tackle these urgent issues, and be an informed voter.

The Housing Action Fund can work with member organizations and partners to create Voter Engagement Plans, individualized strategies for increasing registered voters in your community. Voter Engagement Plans have the following components:

1. Voter Registration and Engagement

Register new voters

Update voter registrations

Educate community members about their voting rights

Support the Housing Action Fund’s door knocking efforts at one or more residential properties

2. Pledge to Vote Postcard Campaign

Secure pledge-to-vote cards from housing community members who are registered to vote to demonstrate to elected officials that these communities are engaged and care about the issues - particularly policy decisions impacting housing and homelessness.

About Us

The Washington Housing Alliance Action Fund educates voters, promotes smart public policy, and supports candidates who share our vision that all Washington residents have the opportunity to live in safe, healthy, affordable homes, in thriving communities.